Aya and the Firecats: The Journey Begins

Aya Gatherer is not an ordinary girl. She has only one dream: to become a cat guardian and learn how to ride the magical Firecats in the great cat parade. The Firecats are the protectors of the White Mountains, Aya’s home. Her favorite Firecat is Mika—the giant red cat at the front of the parade—and Mika’s current guardian Master Lazu needs a new apprentice. Aya is not the only one with her eyes set on the open apprenticeship, however. Aya’s worst enemy Balda wants it, too.

With Master Lazu's decision only days away, Aya discovers that a mysterious darkness threatens her wondrous world. It is about to destroy the White Mountains and everything she loves. Aya must set out on a mission, not only to become Mika's guardian but to save her home. She will go far and learn who her friends and enemies really are…

Statement from the author:
“Aya and the Firecats is the story of the young girl Aya and her magical cat Mika, who must go on a journey together to save their world from destruction. The story is a tribute to the wonderful personality of the pet cat. Every cat lover will see the traits of their own cat reflected in Mika and her friends. The story was born when I was a little girl who dreamed about being small enough to ride my favorite barn cat and follow her on her adventures in the fields. It is also the story of the wonder of nature and all its creatures and of the need to protect the environment. I hope you will consider reading it, either yourself or to your children or grandchildren.”